Solar Thermal/PV Engineer
Sureserve provide market leading compliance and energy services across the UK, with close to 4000 employees working from over 20 offices.
Sureserve is a trusted partner for housing associations, local authorities, and residents, delivering high-quality compliance and energy services. Our focus on energy efficiency, safe and compliant homes, and enhanced quality of life makes us a leader in the industry. With nationwide reach, regional expertise, and a commitment to excellent service, we are well-positioned to support our clients now and in the future
Role Overview:
Deliver, and optimise solar thermal systems for residential and multi-residential housing projects. This role sits at the intersection of renewable energy, building services engineering, and social housing, with a strong focus on low-carbon heating and hot water solutions. The successful post holder with work closely with installers and local authorities to ensure systems are technically sound, compliant, and cost – effective.
Key Responsibilities:
Install, commission, service, and repair solar thermal systems
Diagnose and resolve technical faults efficiently and effectively
Carry out heat demand calculations, system sizing, and performance modelling
Produce technical drawings, schematics, and specifications
Support the integration of solar thermal with heat pump technologies
Ensure compliance with building regulations, planning requirements, and renewable energy standards
Support planning applications, energy strategies, and sustainability statements
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and architectural teams
Oversee installation quality, commissioning, and system performance testing
Troubleshoot system issues and provide technical support during and post-installation
Evaluate system performance and recommend improvements or optimisations
Stay up to date with advancements in solar thermal technologies and housing regulations
Skills & Experience
Level 3 NVQ, City & Guilds, BPEC, or equivalent Electrical qualification (essential)
Solar PV Installer Qualification (Level 3) (essential)
Full valid UK driving licence (essential)
Experience with heat pumps, district heating, or hybrid renewable systems
Proven experience designing or delivering solar thermal systems, ideally within the social housing or built environment sector
Strong understanding of domestic hot water and low-temperature heating systems
Experience with system sizing tools and energy modelling software
Ability to interpret architectural and MEP drawings
Strong technical report writing and communication skills
What we offer?
We offer a range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle whilst working for Sureserve and outside of work, some of these include:
up to £45,000 depending on experience
Company vehicle and fuel card supplied
Uniform, PPE & mobile device supplied
Contributory pension scheme
Life assurance
20 days + Bank holidays (service based increasing holiday scheme)
Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave and other family friendly policies
Sureserve Benefits Hub, accessing over 1000 retail discounts
Virtual GP service, available for employees and immediate family
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Bike2Work Scheme
EV Car Scheme
Employee engagement events and “Employee Voice” programmes
Strong opportunities for career growth and development
“Sureserve Legends” – celebrating the fantastic ways in which our employees live our values
Committed to Diversity & Inclusion
Sureserve is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to nurturing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We are committed to developing talent at all levels, ensuring equality, diversity, and inclusion in the way we work and in the communities in which we work, and making sure that every one of our people, clients and customers has the opportunity and support to fulfil their professional and personal potential.
Reasonable Adjustments
As part of our commitment to inclusivity, we offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process for individuals that may require them. If you feel you need any adjustments please contact scnw.careers@sureserve.co.uk.
Pre Employment Checks
Successful applicants will be subject to eligibility checks with a 3rd party, including right to work in the UK and DBS background checks.
- Business
- Sureserve Compliance North West
- Locations
- Coventry
- Yearly salary
- £40,000 - £45,000
- Employment type
- Full-time
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